Ben Hercik

Player of the year Jack Bryner Kenston, Senior Bryner stepped into the leadership role in a big way as the Bombers had one of their best seasons.

Persistence pays off. That was the motto at the plate for Lake County and West Michigan June 13 as both continuously put balls in play.

PLAYER OF THE YEAR Deacon Nelon Senior, University Every program needs a staple, and Deacon Nelson was just that for four years.

Persistence pays off. That was the motto at the plate for Lake County and West Michigan June 13 as both continuously put balls in play. A four-run fourth inning for the Captains gave them the lead, but the Whitecaps had a five-run eighth for the lead. But the Captains persisted, working the bases full. A ground ball by Jeffrey Mercedes tied it, and Aaron Walton scored on a wild pitch for a 9-8 ...

Strong performances aren't anything new for Austin Ziance. While in high school, the Mayfield alum has been to the regional round, was a three-time all WRC first-team player and was an all-state honorable mention.

After dropping the first-half title, Lake County needed a mental reset with the first home series of the second half of the season.

Lake County and Fort Wayne both had players making their High-A debuts June 24. While both pitchers shined, it was another debut that changed the game.

JP Dragas has been a scoring force wherever he's been in his basketball career. But last season took a turn with a torn meniscus.

After 50 years, the Johnnycake Jog has seen a little bit of everything.

Lake Catholic is coming off of four straight state championships, but if the Cougars are on the prowl for a fifth, it will have a different ring to it.